This mahogany, half-tester bed has turned and carved finials on the bedposts. The foot board is decorated with some applied floral motifs, while the canopy is of green chintz fabric. The bed is probably early 19th century in date.
The word ‘tester’ derives from the Latin word ‘testa’ meaning head. A half-tester bed is different to a four poster bed in that only the headboard is attached to the canopy.
A bell-pull to summon a servant hangs to the left of the bed.
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